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Maroc
21-05-2025
- Sport
- Maroc
DGSN Open Days Highlight Strong Commitment of Mounted Police to Tourist Safety in Morocco
The Open Days of the Directorate General of National Security (DGSN) in El Jadida offer visitors a unique opportunity to learn about the Mounted Police's role in promoting tourist safety in Morocco, and its contribution to the protection of citizens and their property. Mounted Police units complement the work of other security services by carrying out surveillance and control operations using horses, whose ability to adapt to a variety of environments is a major asset, particularly in tourist areas, natural areas or areas with steep slopes. In this context, the head of the Equestrian Police division at the DGSN, Mohammed Bouhallouch, said that, as part of its proximity policy, the DGSN had set up this unit to provide security coverage in places that are difficult for vehicles and motorcycles to access, such as parks, urban forests and beaches, among others. In a statement to MAP, Bouhallouch stressed that, as part of its drive to strengthen community policing, the DGSN ensures a continuous presence of its officers in these natural and tourist areas, in order to guarantee the safety of citizens in general and tourists in particular, enabling them to enjoy these areas in complete peace of mind. He added that, thanks to its mounted units, the DGSN is working to reinforce the sense of security by monitoring areas that are difficult for conventional intervention vehicles to access, such as beaches and forests, while also helping to maintain public order during sporting and major cultural events. The Mounted Police stand, set up as part of these communication days, this year focuses on equestrian-related professions, given their essential role in preserving the health and safety of horses, as well as enhancing their ability to carry out the security missions entrusted to them, he pointed out. These professions include saddler, responsible for the manufacture, repair and maintenance of equestrian equipment (reins, bridles, saddles); groom, responsible for cleaning and equipping horses, ensuring their comfort in a healthy environment and overseeing their diet; farrier, specialized in shoeing and hoof maintenance; and veterinary assistant, who monitors the health of horses and guarantees a healthy and suitable living environment. MAP: 20 mai 2025
Morocco World
15-05-2025
- Morocco World
Morocco's Police Force Marks 69 Years of Service and Reform
Rabat – Morocco's national police, the Directorate General of National Security (DGSN), will mark its 69th anniversary on Friday. The annual celebration is an opportunity for the directorate to review recent developments in policing, crime prevention strategies, and service delivery to the public. Since its creation on May 16, 1956, the DGSN has adapted to changing security challenges by updating its structures, training methods, and field operations. In recent years, the police have focused on modernizing equipment, expanding community policing, and improving access to identification documents. In 2024, authorities deployed 80 mobile units to issue biometric ID cards in remote urban and rural areas. These mobile offices helped over 130,000 people obtain electronic identification cards. The DGSN has also launched a new online platform, E-Police, offering administrative police services in a digital format. The portal includes features such as identity verification and online request tracking, with an emphasis on data privacy and user accessibility. As part of its expansion efforts, the police opened 19 new local offices in 2024, mostly in newly developed urban areas. These additions aim to keep up with urban growth and provide basic police services more widely. The national crime strategy for 2022-2026 includes strengthening forensic labs, increasing the use of digital investigations, and improving cooperation with Morocco's domestic intelligence agency in complex criminal cases. The DGSN also introduced new tools and equipment to specialized units. Anti-gang teams received electric stun guns (TASER-7), four-wheel drive vehicles, motorcycles, and trained sniffer dogs for use in operations targeting drugs, explosives, and human remains. In preparation for upcoming major sports events, including the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, the DGSN upgraded its regional sports security units into fully equipped city-level teams. A new security office for sports events was also created in Casablanca. The police also rolled out an interactive platform, 'E-Blagh , ' in June 2024, which allows citizens to report cybercrime and online threats, including potential terrorist content. Morocco's role in global policing was also strengthened with the election of a Moroccan candidate as Interpol's vice-president for Africa in November 2024, during the organization's general assembly in Glasgow. On the social front, the police welfare foundation provided emergency financial assistance and support to officers injured in the line of duty or suffering from serious illnesses. Aid was also extended to widows and retired personnel with limited income. The DGSN says it will continue implementing its current security strategy through 2026, with a focus on crime prevention, digital tools, and expanding police services in underserved areas.
Ya Biladi
25-02-2025
- Ya Biladi
French-Algerian citizen arrested in Marrakech on international warrant
Police in Marrakech, in coordination with the Directorate General of National Territorial Surveillance, arrested a 27-year-old French citizen of Algerian descent on Monday evening. He was the subject of an international arrest warrant issued by the French judicial authorities. The Directorate General of National Security stated that the suspect was apprehended after his information was cross-checked in the Interpol database, revealing that he was wanted globally under a Red Notice issued by French judicial authorities. He is believed to be involved in a criminal case concerning drug trafficking within a gang and attempted murder. The statement also mentioned that the suspect was placed under provisional detention pending extradition procedures, and the French authorities were notified of his arrest, in order to proceed with the extradition file. The statement added that the arrest of the suspect is part of international cooperation efforts in the field of security and Morocco's efforts to track down individuals wanted internationally for transnational crime.
